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Russia targets Danube port after one of Ukraine’s largest aerial attacks of the war
Russia struck port infrastructure in Ukraine’s Odesa region, damaging a Togo-flagged civilian vessel near Izmail after Kyiv launched a major drone attack on Moscow.
China's economy slows further in July as retail sales barely grow, investment slump steepens
The data is reinforcing concerns about the health of the world's second-largest economy, which has grappled with a deepening supply-demand imbalance.
Japan second-quarter GDP grows 1.1% on an annualized basis, missing expectations
On an annualized basis, Japan saw growth of 1.1%, against estimates of 2%.
Beijing is said to move to clarify tax rules stoking confusion among China's ultra-wealthy
Beijing is said to be moving to clarify ambiguities in new tax rules on offshore trusts after the policy sowed confusion among wealthy Chinese and advisors.
Russia's economy has defied the skeptics. Cracks are getting harder to hide
Russia's wartime economy is under growing strain as its budget deficit widens and analysts warn pressure could intensify next year.
‘Absolutely unacceptable’: Japan PM Takaichi condemns Putin’s visit to disputed Kuril Islands
Japan protested Vladimir Putin’s first visit to the disputed Kuril Islands, escalating tensions over territory claimed by both Tokyo and Moscow.
China built robots that can do backflips – but can they make money?
Unitree’s IPO will gauge investors’ appetite for a technology that has yet to prove its commercial viability amid intensifying geopolitical tensions.
Tata chairman’s shock exit move puts JLR owner's bets on chips, iPhones and Air India at risk
Tata Sons Chairman's sudden exit plan has sparked concerns over the Indian multinational's commitment to invest big bucks in projects of national importance.
CNBC Daily Open: Washington tightens squeeze on the Iranian economy
The U.S. seeks to escalate pressure from blockade to financial isolation, while Iran races to build a way around it.
CNBC Daily Open: An 'indefinite' war, and a record-breaking rally
Hegseth says the U.S. Navy can blockade Iran for as long as it takes, while Wall Street responded by sending the S&P 500 to another day of record high.
From Apple to Ford: How Chinese tech is becoming harder for global companies to ignore
Global companies are increasingly tapping Chinese technology for its growing capabilities and scale, even as geopolitical risks remain.
South Korea's Kospi swings from bear to bull-market territory in just over a month on AI trade
South Korean stocks rallied on Thursday, pushing the benchmark Kospi into a technical bull market.
Goldman says Japan's $1 trillion of reserves leaves 'plenty of capacity' for further yen interventions
Japan has enough cash at its disposal for a couple more rounds of yen-buying on the scale of last month's intervention, Goldman Sachs says.
In pictures: Europe's best solar eclipse since 1999
A total solar eclipse crossed Iceland and Spain on Aug. 12, while much of Europe saw a partial eclipse and businesses benefited from demand.
Ukraine attacks Russian grain export terminals in Black Sea, prompting warning about food markets
Ukraine has launched a heavy drone assault on warships and major Russian grain export terminals in the Black Sea port city of Novorossiysk.
Nuclear power plants are being shut down as Europe’s drought becomes an energy crisis
Heat and drought are curbing nuclear output across Europe, with Romania starting the process of disconnecting its sole working reactor from the power grid.
South Korea’s Kospi has staged a stunning comeback. How long will the bull market last?
South Korea's Kospi has staged a reversal from its latest rout, returning to bull-market territory as investors piled back into the semiconductor giants that dominate the index.
Japan wholesale inflation eases slightly to 7.2%, undershooting expectations
The PPI reading was lower than the 7.4% expected by economists polled by Reuters, and was down from a revised 7.3% seen in June.
Inside India newsletter: Why global funds are flocking to GIFT City in Modi’s home state
Favorable regulations, a growing local investor base, and tax holidays are giving momentum to India's GIFT City.
Pakistan signals progress on U.S.-Iran deal as Washington and Tehran trade reparation demands
Washington and Tehran remain far apart even as both sides talked of winding down regional hostilities.
India’s inflation accelerates to 4.45% in July, raising hopes of a rate hike later this year
India's inflation rises for the ninth month in a row, raising the odds in favor of a rate hike later this year.
Hello Kitty, goodbye stock gains: Sanrio shares plunge 18% following earnings
Sanrio shares fall following earnings results
Zelenskyy warns Putin is preparing for escalation by bringing in North Korean military equipment
His comments come shortly after deadly Russian attacks on cities across Ukraine overnight.
Hormuz deadlock: Where oil prices could head next as prospects for an imminent deal fade
Oil traders keep clinging to hope that the Strait of Hormuz will reopen. That won't last forever.
U.S. judge ends graft case against Indian billionaire Gautam Adani
A U.S. federal judge has approved the Department of Justice's decision to dismiss the criminal probe against Indian billionaire Gautam Adani on graft charges.
Singapore revises its annual growth forecast sharply higher on AI-related boost
GDP growth for 2026 is now expected to come in at 4.5% to 5.5%, more than double the low end of its previous forecast of 2%-4%
CNBC's The China Connection newsletter: 'Spider-Man' and 'The Odyssey' come courting the massive filmgoer market
More American movie stars have appeared in China this year, reflecting Hollywood's market interests amid political tensions.
Australian rare earth miner surges after U.S. Department of Defense investment
The Trump administration has backed plans to build an Australian scandium mine as part of a push to challenge China’s critical minerals dominance.
CNBC Daily Open: Record heatwaves hit Europe's already expensive summer
German inflation figures and U.K. GDP will show just how deeply months of elevated energy costs have seeped into prices, and how much growth has taken a hit.